Canapé recipes

When you are entertaining a crowd be sure to take a look at our collection of canapé recipes for party food inspiration. Find everything from simple and delicious finger food to fancy hors d'oeuvres.

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Looking for summery snack ideas? Give this easy vegan watermelon recipe a go

Chocolate-dipped watermelon with crushed pistachios

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Impress guests with these zesty tartlets from chef Derek Sarno, director of plant-based innovation at Tesco.

Lemon and coconut tartlets

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Serve up simple Christmas canapés that layer crostini with mustard piccalilli and zesty, herby ham hock

Ham hock toasts

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These sweet potato rounds are perfect for a special occasion or as part of a festive feast. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead, so there’s no hassle on the day. The roasted sweet potato discs make a delicious base for a whipped feta topping, s

Roasted sweet potato rounds

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These smoked salmon and cream cheese canapés have a lovely kick thanks to the wasabi. They’re quick, simple and ideal for serving at a cocktail party

Salmon roll-ups

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Impress your guests at your next drinks party with these fabulous Asian-inspired pork canapés: everyone will be coming back for seconds, guaranteed.

Sticky pork belly skewers

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Baked tortilla wrap triangles topped with ready-prepared chicken make a tasty dairy-free canapé recipe that’s both quick and easy to put together: perfect for a drinks party or as a starter

Coconut chicken bites

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Try this British classic in miniature for an inventive Christmas party canapé.

Mini toad-in-the-holes

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Popular canapé recipes

Patatas bravas

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No tapas feast is complete without some spicy patatas bravas. In our version, roast potatoes are coated in a smoky tomato sauce with garlic, chilli and rosemary

Serves 6
35 mins
313 calories

Tomato crostini topped with cottage cheese

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This Italian-inspired crostini has the sweet flavour of ripe tomatoes and the crunch of toasted ciabatta. Added lemon zest and juice give it a punchy sharpness. Serve it up for an al fresco light lunch or anytime snack

Serves 4
30 mins
265 calories

Roasted sweet potato rounds

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These sweet potato rounds are perfect for a special occasion or as part of a festive feast. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead, so there’s no hassle on the day. The roasted sweet potato discs make a delicious base for a whipped feta topping, s

Serves 4
15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook, plus cooling
394 calories

Gluten-free blinis with smoked salmon

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Providing gluten-free canapés can be a challenge, but these blinis are the perfect GF base for a variety of toppings at your Christmas dos. Prepare a pile of them in advance then top with party favourites like smoked salmon and sour cream.